Carl A. Thomas

Carl A. Thomas has a diverse work experience spanning various industries. Carl A. currently holds the position of Senior Vice President, Sales and Platform Development at ASM Global - Official, where they are responsible for delivering tailored solutions and cutting-edge technologies to achieve maximum results for venue owners. Prior to this, Carl was the Founder and Creator of TheBestBossEver.com, where they utilized their entrepreneurial and leadership skills to achieve success in various start-ups and multinationals. Carl A. also served as the Senior Advisor, Head of Sport at CreatvMedia, focusing on the rapidly evolving digital landscape in sports. Carl has a passion for mentoring and has worked as a Mentor at Lavin Entrepreneurship Center and as a Lead Business Mentor/Advisor at SD Sport Innovators, where they connected and drove the growth of Southern California's sports and active lifestyle economy. Throughout their career, Carl has held positions such as Senior Advisor and Consultant at ASM Global, Senior Advisor at Orange County Soccer Club, CRO, and Global Head of Business Development at Hookit.com, and CEO and Board of Directors member at X-1 Audio, Inc. Carl A. also served as an Operating Partner and Entrepreneur in Residence at J.H. Whitney Capital Partners, LLC, where they chaired a holding company in the sports, media, and entertainment industry. With their extensive experience and expertise, Carl has made significant contributions to various organizations and industries.

Carl A. Thomas has a Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology from the University of California, Los Angeles. Additionally, they have completed multiple graduate math and business coursework at Villanova University.